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PCMagazine have reviewed the Canon PIXMA iP6000D, a new six colour, 4800 x 1200 dpi printer with 2-picolitre nozzles, card slots for all popular brands of memory card and a 2.5” colour LCD screen.
“As a rule of thumb, a higher model number in a printer line means more speed, better quality, more capability—and a higher price. Not so with the Canon Pixma iP6000D Photo Printer ($179.99 direct). Priced $20 lower than the iP5000, the iP6000D is far slower for business applications and offers slightly lower output quality for text and graphics. It’s slightly faster for photos, however, and offers essentially the same photo quality. It also adds a 2.5-inch LCD for previewing photos before printing. All of this makes it a printer of interest mainly for those primarily concerned with printing photos.”
Website: PCMagazine - Canon PIXMA iP6000D Review
PCMagazine have reviewed the Canon PIXMA iP6000D, a new six colour, 4800 x 1200 dpi printer with 2-picolitre nozzles, card slots for all popular brands of memory card and a 2.5” colour LCD screen. “As a rule of thumb, a higher model number in a printer line means more speed…
DIWA member website Steves Digicams have posted their review of the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II DSLR.
“How do you improve on what was widely regarded as the best studio/commercial dSLR available, the EOS 1Ds? The was the challenge faced by Canon’s engineers, and they responded with the 1Ds Mark II. The most touted improvement is the Mark II’s 50% increase in resolution, from 11.1-megapxels to 16.7-megapixels; it produces whopping full frame images of 4992 x 3328 pixels compared to the 1Ds 4064 x 2704. In addition to resolution, the Mark II offers improved responsiveness and a greater range of sensitivity.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II Review
DIWA member website Steves Digicams have posted their review of the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II DSLR. “How do you improve on what was widely regarded as the best studio/commercial dSLR available, the EOS 1Ds? The was the challenge faced by Canon’s engineers, and they responded with the 1Ds Mark II…
A new version of Adobe Camera Raw has been released by Adobe for both Windows and MAC platforms.
Camera Raw 2.4 update
Support for the following cameras has been added. Visit the Camera Raw page for a complete list of supported cameras.
Canon
EOS 20D
PowerShot S70
PowerShot G6
EOS-1Ds Mark II
In the same download is the Adobe DNG Converter, a free utility that converts files from more than 70 cameras to DNG, which enables you to easily convert camera-specific raw files to a more universal DNG raw file.
Website: Adobe - Adobe DNG Converter and Camera Raw 2.4 update (Windows)
Website: Adobe - Adobe DNG Converter and Camera Raw 2.4 update (MAC)
A new version of Adobe Camera Raw has been released by Adobe for both Windows and MAC platforms. Camera Raw 2.4 update Support for the following cameras has been added. Visit the Camera Raw page for a complete list of supported cameras. Canon EOS 20D PowerShot S70 PowerShot G6 EOS-1Ds…
CNET have reviewed the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-P73, a 4-megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom.
“Our test photos were generally good but not extraordinary for this camera’s class. Although some of our outdoor test shots were on the cool side, as whites were tinged with a slight bluish cast, the camera generally produced accurate and well-saturated colors. We saw slight image noise in some shadow areas, not surprising in a snapshot camera. While purple fringing was minimal, several of our photos showed a faint yellowish-green halo along high-contrast edges; however, it was usually so faint that it was hardly noticeable. Dynamic range was often broad enough to capture decent shadow and highlight detail, although whites lost all detail in some brightly lit scenes.”
Website: CNET - Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-P73 Review
CNET have reviewed the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-P73, a 4-megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom. “Our test photos were generally good but not extraordinary for this camera’s class. Although some of our outdoor test shots were on the cool side, as whites were tinged with a slight bluish cast…
Pocket-Lint have just posted their review of the new 7 megapixel Canon PowerShot G6.
“Image quality is very good thanks to the nice 35-140mm 4x F2.0 zoom lens but things are let down by a lot of noise in the shots at ISO 400. Colours are accurate however and you have plenty of extra settings to increase vividness or shoot in black and white for example should the fancy take you.”
Website: Pocket-Lint - Canon PowerShot G6 Review
Pocket-Lint have just posted their review of the new 7 megapixel Canon PowerShot G6. “Image quality is very good thanks to the nice 35-140mm 4x F2.0 zoom lens but things are let down by a lot of noise in the shots at ISO 400. Colours are accurate however and you…
Fantasea Line Press Release
Fantasea Line, distributor of the world’s most popular and affordable underwater photographic products, announces the release of the FD-70, an underwater camera housing, designed exclusively for the Digital SLR Nikon D-70. The Fantasea FD-70 is a compact, lightweight, injection molded polycarbonate housing with ergonomically designed handles, making it easy to hold and use. The FD-70’s interchangeable port system accommodates a wide variety of SLR lenses, allowing photographers to capture the widest variety of superior underwater images.
Fantasea Line Press Release Fantasea Line, distributor of the world’s most popular and affordable underwater photographic products, announces the release of the FD-70, an underwater camera housing, designed exclusively for the Digital SLR Nikon D-70. The Fantasea FD-70 is a compact, lightweight, injection molded polycarbonate housing with ergonomically designed handles…
The HP Photosmart R707 is the flagship model in HPs new range of digital cameras that was first announced at the end of August 2004. With a stylish brushed aluminum front and matt black rear, the R707 is sure to turn heads in your local camera shop. Inside is a 5 megapixel sensor and a number of cutting-edge technologies, the most notable being HP Adaptive Lighting, which automatically adjusts high contrast photos to reveal detail in the shadow areas. So does the R707 live up to its billing as HP’s best digital camera? Read my review to find out.
Website: HP Photosmart R707 Review
The HP Photosmart R707 is the flagship model in HPs new range of digital cameras that was first announced at the end of August 2004. With a stylish brushed aluminum front and matt black rear, the R707 is sure to turn heads in your local camera shop. Inside is a…
The new Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 features a 5X optical zoom, an imaging CCD with 5.0 megapixels, Casio’s “EXILIM engine”, and a large 2-inch TFT color rotating screen that makes angle shots a snap. It offers the same manual operation as the EX-P600, as well as high-quality video shooting capability of 30 frames per second, in VGA size, thanks to the incorporation of MPEG-4 technology.
Casio USA Press Release
A NEW STYLE OF DIGITAL CAMERA – CASIO’S EXILIM PRO EX-P505
ENJOY THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS WITH HIGH QUALITY DIGITAL PHOTOS AND VIDEO
5.0 Megapixel and 5X Optical Zoom with High Quality Movie Capability
DOVER, NJ, January 31, 2005 – Casio, Inc., in conjunction with its parent company, Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, has released the newest model in its popular EXILIM digital camera series. The new EXILIM PRO EX-P505 is a stylish digital camera equipped with a 5.0 megapixel imaging element and a 5X optical zoom. It not only takes superbly detailed digital photos, it is also capable of shooting extended video scenes with high-image quality. The EXILIM PRO EX-P505 will be available at retail the end of February, MSRP $499.99.
The new Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 features a 5X optical zoom, an imaging CCD with 5.0 megapixels, Casio’s “EXILIM engine”, and a large 2-inch TFT color rotating screen that makes angle shots a snap. It offers the same manual operation as the EX-P600, as well as high-quality video shooting capability…
NABOCORP. SOFTWARES PRESS RELEASE
January 30, 2005
cam2pc expands on its media organization capabilities
Nice, France (January 30, 2005) - cam2pc reaches a new significant milestone in media organization by integrating a powerful search tool and IPTC metadata support in its newly released 4.5 version.
IPTC metadata are widely used in the media industry and allow precise content description of digital pictures. Detailed information such as photographer, subject, location can be easily entered in cam2pc and stored directly in the image file using an industry wide standard. Digital photography enthusiasts now have access to a widely used professional tool that will definitely make their media organization job better than ever.
NABOCORP. SOFTWARES PRESS RELEASE January 30, 2005 cam2pc expands on its media organization capabilities Nice, France (January 30, 2005) - cam2pc reaches a new significant milestone in media organization by integrating a powerful search tool and IPTC metadata support in its newly released 4.5 version. IPTC metadata are widely used…
Olympus are the latest digital camera manufacturer to announce falling profits and a cut in its predicted sales the 2004/5 financial year. Olympus’ profits fell 62 percent, despite an increase in sales of 21%, as digital camera prices slumped and operating costs increased. This news follows similar announcements from Sony and Sanyo last week. Only Canon have announced a positive prediction for the future.
Thanks to Sanj for the link.
Website: MarketWatch - Olympus profits slump, sales view cut
Olympus are the latest digital camera manufacturer to announce falling profits and a cut in its predicted sales the 2004/5 financial year. Olympus’ profits fell 62 percent, despite an increase in sales of 21%, as digital camera prices slumped and operating costs increased. This news follows similar announcements from Sony…
PhotographyBLOG and DigitalCameraInfo.com have joined together this month to host a monthly photography contest. Win a Nikon D70 Kit! Includes a Nikon D70 body and an 18-70 mm Nikkor Lens. There are only hours to go before the contest ends, so enter your photo now!
Website: PhotographyBLOG and DigitalCameraInfo.com Photo Contest
PhotographyBLOG and DigitalCameraInfo.com have joined together this month to host a monthly photography contest. Win a Nikon D70 Kit! Includes a Nikon D70 body and an 18-70 mm Nikkor Lens. There are only hours to go before the contest ends, so enter your photo now! Website: PhotographyBLOG and DigitalCameraInfo.com Photo…
Photo-i have concluded their interactive review of the 16 megapixel Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II Digital SLR.
“Would I buy one? Yes, without a second thought (I can explain to my wife later – a bunch of roses helps). It’s expensive and there is nothing else that competes with it on the market. It is absolutely superb. Just in case anyone is wondering why I put price as both a Pro and Con. The pro reason is that you would hate an Editor or Art director to turn up on an assignment and say I have one of those, the chances are they won’t at this price. The cons are, £5000 is a lot of money to spend on a camera without lens. But then again if I were a mini-cab driver I guess I wouldn’t bat an eye-lid at spending £10,000 to £15,000 on a new car (I’m glad I am not a cab driver really)”
Website: Photo-i - Canon 1D Mark II Review
Photo-i have concluded their interactive review of the 16 megapixel Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II Digital SLR. “Would I buy one? Yes, without a second thought (I can explain to my wife later – a bunch of roses helps). It’s expensive and there is nothing else that competes with it on…
DIWA member website LetsGoDigital have just posted their review of the Fuji FinePix S3 Pro digital SLR.
“The brightness is excellent and the colour edges are no problem. The extended dynamic range is obviously more than just an advertising stunt. It offers a solution in certain circumstances. The Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro might not be that much better than for example the Canon EOS 20D or the Nikon D100 but it features its own special characteristics. It seems an exceptionally fine camera for portrait, wedding and nature photographers. Only, Fujifilm ought to change and improve the storage speed. That seems to be the one disappointment we found on this camera.”
Website: LetsGoDigital - FujiFilm FinePix S3 Pro Review
DIWA member website LetsGoDigital have just posted their review of the Fuji FinePix S3 Pro digital SLR. “The brightness is excellent and the colour edges are no problem. The extended dynamic range is obviously more than just an advertising stunt. It offers a solution in certain circumstances. The Fujifilm FinePix…
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have posted their review of the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DS DSLR.
Website: Index Digicam - Pentax *ist DS Review
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have posted their review of the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DS DSLR. Website: Index Digicam - Pentax *ist DS Review Check the Latest Prices for the Pentax *ist DS Write a Review of the Pentax *ist DS
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat.cz have just published a joint review of the 4 megapixel Canon Digital IXUS 40 (also known as the PowerShot SD300 Digital ELPH) and the Canon Ixus I5.
Website: FotoAparat.cz - Canon Digital IXUS 40 / Canon Ixus I5 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat.cz have just published a joint review of the 4 megapixel Canon Digital IXUS 40 (also known as the PowerShot SD300 Digital ELPH) and the Canon Ixus I5. Website: FotoAparat.cz - Canon Digital IXUS 40 / Canon Ixus I5 Review Check the Latest Prices for…
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat.cz have published their review of the new 7 megapixel Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom digital camera.
Website: FotoAparat.cz - Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat.cz have published their review of the new 7 megapixel Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom digital camera. Website: FotoAparat.cz - Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Review Check the Latest Prices for the Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Write a Review of the Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom
Czech website Digineff have posted a short review of the 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T33 digital camera.
Czech website Digineff have posted a short review of the 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T33 digital camera. Website: Digineff - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T33 Review Write a Review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T33
Successor to the popular Caplio R1, the Ricoh Caplio R1V is a powerful 5.0 megapixel digital camera with a 28mm wide-angle, 4.8x optical zoom in an exceptionally slim 25mm body. Czech website Digineff have published a short review of the Ricoh Caplio R1V.
Website: Digineff - Ricoh Caplio R1V Review
Successor to the popular Caplio R1, the Ricoh Caplio R1V is a powerful 5.0 megapixel digital camera with a 28mm wide-angle, 4.8x optical zoom in an exceptionally slim 25mm body. Czech website Digineff have published a short review of the Ricoh Caplio R1V. Website: Digineff - Ricoh Caplio R1V Review…
I watched this mildly diverting debate on BBC’s Click Online TV program last week; which future disk storage format will win, Blu-ray or HD-DVD? You probably don’t care too much, just so long as the winner offers greater capacity, more reliability and cheaper prices than ever before. Richard Doherty, speaking for Blu-ray, and Vic Harasimow, standing up for HD-DVD, do care (principally because they may be out of a job if their respective companies don’t win…).
“Certainly a format war is unfortunate, but there is a lot of time left, so nothing is inevitable and we maybe able to fix something up in the next year before we reach product. At the same time it is very difficult for us to imagine what we might give up in a very successful and what we think is a compelling format to try and make a merge.”
Website: BBC News - Blu-ray versus HD-DVD
I watched this mildly diverting debate on BBC’s Click Online TV program last week; which future disk storage format will win, Blu-ray or HD-DVD? You probably don’t care too much, just so long as the winner offers greater capacity, more reliability and cheaper prices than ever before. Richard Doherty, speaking…
CameraTown has just reviewed the Signature Z1 CD/DVD Printer, a compact and affordable desktop printer that prints directly onto CD-Rs and DVD+/-Rs with tough, waterproof thermal transfer ink.
“If you are tired of spending 20 to 30 minutes designing a full-color, photo-quality sticky label for your discs, tired of bubbles or peeling that often plague sticky labels, and would prefer to be able to print directly onto standard media - without fear of smudging or fading - then I reccommend you consider getting the Primera Signature Z1. While it is not inexpensive, it just might be an expense you can justify.”
CameraTown has just reviewed the Signature Z1 CD/DVD Printer, a compact and affordable desktop printer that prints directly onto CD-Rs and DVD+/-Rs with tough, waterproof thermal transfer ink. “If you are tired of spending 20 to 30 minutes designing a full-color, photo-quality sticky label for your discs, tired of bubbles…